Peoria — Ch. 17 Human Relations, Housing and Employment § 17-5
Removal from the commission
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Any member of the commission who fails to attend three consecutive meetings of the commission, whether for the conduct of administrative matters or hearing appeals, without prior notification to the chairperson, vice chairperson, or the clerk, shall be considered to have resigned. Thereupon, the chairperson of the commission shall notify the mayor so that he may make an appointment to fill the vacancy for the remainder of the unexpired term.
Section 17-5 of Peoria's Chapter 17 establishes an automatic resignation rule for commission members: if a member misses three consecutive meetings—whether administrative or appellate—without notifying the chairperson, vice chairperson, or clerk in advance, they are deemed to have resigned. Once that threshold is reached, the chairperson is required to inform the mayor, who then fills the vacant seat for the rest of the unexpired term. The rule is designed to keep the commission fully staffed and functional.
Plain English — not legal advice.
As a property owner or manager who may appear before the Peoria Human Relations Commission on housing matters, § 17-5 is relevant because it governs the commission's membership continuity. A fully seated commission is necessary for valid hearings and appeals, so operators generally track whether quorum and membership requirements are met when scheduling or attending proceedings. Understanding this provision can help landlords anticipate potential delays if a vacancy arises mid-term.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under § 17-5, tenants who have matters pending before the Peoria Human Relations Commission should be aware that a member's unexcused absence from three consecutive meetings triggers an automatic vacancy, which the mayor must then fill. This membership rule can affect the timing of hearings or appeals in which a tenant is involved. Tenants with active cases may wish to contact the commission's clerk or a local tenant-rights organization to understand how any vacancy might affect their scheduled proceedings.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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